Certificate of Achievement in Computer Science

College of Southern Nevada

Upon successful completion of this certificate program, students will have completed the first year of CSN’s Associate of Arts - Computer Science.This certificate includes skills in mathematics, communication (oral, written, and listening), computer programming, and computer science fundamentals. NOTE: This program was primarily developed as a dual-credit high school program. It is the first year of study for the Associate of Arts: Computer Science. High school students receive dual credit while attending high school and CSN. Ideally, a high school student can complete a bachelor’s degree in computer science in 3 years after graduation from high school. Non-high school students may also pursue this certificate.Student Learning OutcomesDescribe the current tools and techniques in software development.Identify computing requirements.Create computer programs using current tools and techniques.